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Minnesota social studies curriculum for sixth graders.

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Minnesota 6th graders are granted FREE admission to MNHS historic sites and museums for one year. Teachers and parents may order them now!

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Cemeteries:
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Civil War Soldiers and Sailors index
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National Archives (NARA)
Naturalization Index for Minnesota
UMBRA: Search African American History

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